Description
Chicken Sausage Broccoli Orzo is a comforting one-pot meal that brings together savory chicken sausage, tender broccoli, and delightful orzo pasta. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also bursting with flavor, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With its vibrant colors and satisfying textures, it’s sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken sausage (mild or spicy, sliced)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets (chopped)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and chopped broccoli to the skillet, sautéing until fragrant and broccoli becomes bright green.
- Pour in chicken broth and add orzo pasta. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 10-12 minutes until orzo is al dente.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnishing with additional cheese or red pepper flakes if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg